Intercom Handset

[harty44]

I have a very old Fermax handset in my flat which is not only paint splattered and very tired-looking, but also 'buzzes' a lot (intermittently) when in use.
The intercom system feeds 6 flats in the block, which is part of a building with 15 flats. I'm not sure whether ALL flats share the same system but there are 3 separate door entry systems (6/3/6) - hope that makes sense!
What I'm after help with, is whether I can simply buy a new Fermax handset and copy the wiring from the existing ? ? . . . . Also, is there any fear of messing up all 6, or even 15, intercoms if I do something wrong!
Another also . . . . can you get handsets in silver, to match our soon to be new light switches and sockets?
Any help appreciated.

 

[sparkymarka]

Get a Fermax universal handset this will work with your old one , and no they don't do them in silver !

 

[harty44]

Will it really be that simple?
Just a bit concerned about the possibility of taking out everyone else's intercoms!
Have found the wiring plan for the replacement fermax you mentioned online and the handset is only £15, so it all seems good. I suppose I should give it a go?

 

[sparkymarka]

Snip off the wires inside the old handset one by one that way you know what connecter they came from and you won't short the wires together.

 

[harty44]

Ordered a Fermax Loft online, arrived within 2 days, cost £25 and fitted it yesterday with no problems at all . . . . . .all in all, much easier than I expected it would be and it works ! ! !

 

[sparkymarka]

Glad it worked ok